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Sammy Sosa

Sammy Sosa is a former professional baseball player from the Dominican Republic, renowned for his powerful hitting and role in the Major League Baseball (MLB). He played primarily for the Chicago Cubs and is famous for his exciting home run battles with Mark McGwire during the late 1990s. Sosa was a multiple-time All-Star and won several awards, including the National League MVP in 1998. His career was also marked by controversies related to performance-enhancing drugs. Outside of baseball, he is recognized for his charitable work and cultural impact.